PONGKOR NATIONAL GEOPARK

:
TOWARDS
Denny Sukamto Kadarisman
SMART & HIGH QUALITY
Geologist GEOTOURISM
IN BOGOR REGENCY
GEOTOURISM
Geotourism
• "It is a concept of nature
tourism activities
conducted responsibly in a
protected area, utilizing
geological information.
• This geological information
is presented in a popular
and simple manner for
easy understanding."
• “Geotourism” can be considered a relatively new terminology and concept in the
tourism industry.
• In Europe, geotourism began to gain popularity in the late 1990s, coinciding with
the rise of “backpacker tourism”.
”Viewing nature with understanding... will make us more amazed”
(Albert Heim, ( 1849-1937, Geologsit)

Longing for nature... Despite the risks.

"In natural tourism activities, tourists often enjoy
beautiful scenery without understanding its
scientific significance.
"Amazed by the beauty."
"Geotourism activities are often supported by
professional guides and the presence of
'Interpretation Panels' at each geosite location.
"Amazed by the understanding."
Several examples of Geopark Interpretation Panels.
Typology of Visitors to Earth Sites
Scientific excursion

Geoturism

Tourism
"Starting from Europe, the term 'geopark' emerged,
referring to a conservation area that protects unique, rare,
valuable, attractive, and significant geological heritage, as
well as biological and cultural diversity."
• Under the UNESCO network (as of 2023), Europe has already established 97 geoparks that serve
as primary attractions and destinations for geotourism.
• The Langkawi Island geopark in Malaysia has been officially recognized as the first geopark in
Southeast Asia under the UNESCO network since 2006.
• Indonesia itself only acquired its UGGp in September 2012, namely the Mount Batur Caldera
UGGp in Kintamani, Bali."
GEOPARK
CONCEPT
 GEOHERITAGE

Geopark

A single or combined geographical area,

GEOPARK
possessing Geological Heritage Sites
(Geosites) and valuable natural
landscapes,
associated with aspects of
BIOHERITAGE CULTURHERITAGE • Geodiversity,
• Biodiversity, and
"Conservation, Education, • Cultural Diversity."
Improvement of People's Welfare."
 Illustration: the connection between geoheritage, bioheritage, and cultural heritage
involving both the community & government

Geoheritage
Ancient Mount Dahu Pongkor Gold Mine
Bioheritage (Museum)
Situs Megalitikum Godawang
Salak Volcano Cave Karst
Culturheritage Nangka Cibalay Urug Cultural
Water fall Village Dungus Iwul
Geotourism Nature Reserve

TNGHS National Park Yan Lapa Nature

Reserve

Cibodas Ciampea
Hill Karst

Sediment Rock Hot springs and

(23 million years ago) travertine deposits
Ciaruteun
Prehistoric Site Skhetch by : Denny SK
The ultimate goal of
Geopark

Preserving the Earth,

Enriching Communities

One Earth, One Heart ->

For a Better Life Now and
for Future Generations
Pongkor National Geopark
Total area of Geopark Pongkor: 1301.57 km² Equivalent: In 1 km², there are 1245 people residing
Population: Approximately 1.62 million people.

Bogor City

Pongkor
National
Geopark

Bogor Regency
 Unesco Global Geopark Langkawi - Malaysia
Equivalent: In 1 km², there are 146 people residing.

The area of Langkawi Islands is 478 square kilometers, consisting of 104 islands.
The population is approximately 70,000 people.
The delineation of the National Pongkor Geopark

The Pongkor Geopark area is

Geoparks worldwide delineated based on the
delineate areas with Human Development Index
exceptional geological (HDI), which is significantly
diversity. lower compared to other
areas outside the geopark.
Noted:

There are a total of

91 Geosites,
divided as follows:

• 10 Combined
Geosites (49
sites of Geo-Bio-
Cultural
heritage)
• 42 Single
Geosites (Geo-
Bio-Cultural
heritage)
• 15 educational
sites related to
Geo-Bio-Cultural
heritage
 Bogor Regency is surrounded by hills and mountains.
Tangerang DKI
Jakarta
Bekasi

Depok

Bogor Regency

Pongkor
National Bogor
Geopark City

Kab.
Cianjur
Kab.
Lebak Kab.
Sukabumi

Geopark Pongkor is situated between major cities.

 10.000.000
9.400.000

7.500.000 8.000.000
7.300.000
6.080.000

4.400.000

2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

"Graph of Tourist Visits

to Bogor Regency Over
the Last 7 Years."
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Tourism Characteristics in
the Western part of Bogor
Regency
• It's a specialized interest
tourism that focuses on the
diversity of Geology, Biology,
and Culture.
• Each geosite should have good
and captivating interpretation
boards.
• Tourists should embody “Smart
& High-Quality Tourism”.
Geotourism Location Heart of Pongkor Geopark
Area

Intrusi Dike
Pabangbon
Stone Park
Dahu

Curug Cikawung
Curug Lontar

Curug Ngumpet
Kawaci
Curug Cikoneng
Museum
Tambang
Ciguha River
Tourism Characteristics in The
East Bogor Regency."

The eastern part of Bogor Regency is better

suited to be an area focused on "General
Tourism."
• In this area, you'll find a variety of tourism
options such as nature tourism, sports tourism,
cultural tourism, health tourism, culinary
tourism, and more.
• Every tourist location should aim to leave
visitors satisfied and "Amazed by the beauty."
 Bogor Regency

Pongkor Tourism:
National Bogor • Culinary
Geopark City • Shopping
(Souvenirs)
• Heritage
• Botanical Gardens
• etc.

Geotourism Activities Activities for General Tourism

"Information Delivery on
Websites and Social Media."

WEST BOGOR REGENCY

• It should be informed that in West Bogor
Regency, there is a Geopark.
• Within the geopark area, there are sites
showcasing geological, biological, and
cultural diversity, declared as geosites.
• Each geosite should have an 'Information
Board' with a 'Barcode' linked to the
Disbudpar Website.
• West Bogor Regency is a tourism area for
education and conservation, promoting
'Smart & High-Quality Tourism.'"
Website and Social Media
Information

EAST BOGOR REGENCY

• East Bogor Regency is a tourist area
known for its natural beauty, various
recreational activities, family
entertainment areas, etc.
• It should provide information about the
natural beauty, attractive tourist spots,
distribution of hotels, restaurants, etc.
• East Bogor Regency is a tourism area
aiming to satisfy experiences and
tastes."
Challenges in Geotourism & Tourism in Bogor Regency
List of most congested cities in Indonesia, 2021
Let's go on vacation to Puncak!
The road access to Pongkor National Geopark
(Not always, ..... but often).
During the rainy season,
many road accesses are
damaged.
Natural
Disasters
It's not possible to travel
Mining area
Transportation routes filled with trucks carrying mining materials
CONCLUSION
 • West Bogor Regency and East Bogor Regency
offer different tourism values."
• Tourists with specific interests seeking to
broaden their understanding in geology,
biology, and culture can be directed to
Geopark Pongkor."
• General tourists who enjoy nature, sports,
Conclusion cultural experiences, health-related
activities, culinary delights, and more can be
directed to East Bogor."
• The role of information technology through
government websites or social media is
crucial in promoting various types of tourism
in Bogor Regency."
 Scientific excursion

West Bogor Geoturism

(Pongkor National Geopark )

East Bogor

Tourism
THANK YOU